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Description: Capstan used by the PLA (Port of Launceston Authority), and is thought to come from an early tug. It was used for heavy lifting work. It can be used manually or mechanically, driven by steam or electricity. The capstan bars are used when it is turned manually.

Format: realia
Object: capstans
Material: iron

Titles:
Capstan

Subjects: capstans

Institution: George Town and District Historical Society Inc.

Object number: GTH_PS1028

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